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Mount Vernon, IL Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 0% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (100% open 30+ days)
  • Pay is below the national median ($49k vs $130k national)

Mount Vernon, IL job market overview (June 2026)

The Mount Vernon, IL job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 195 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in registered nurse and store supervisor / manager, with healthcare as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • Best opportunities are in registered nurse and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Mount Vernon, IL job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Mount Vernon, IL.

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Healthcare125$15k n=3—
Professional Services125$15k n=3—
Retail36——
Food Service / Restaurants32——
Transportation & Logistics7——

Top categories

  • Registered Nurse86
  • Store Supervisor / Manager18
  • Therapist (PT / OT / Speech)12
  • Retail Associate12
  • Crew / Cashier8
  • Server / Host6

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers2
  • Retail Salespersons2
  • Pharmacy Technicians1
  • Bartenders1
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1
  • Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Healthcare125
  • Professional Services125
  • Retail36
  • Food Service / Restaurants32
  • Transportation & Logistics7
  • Manufacturing2

Employment mix

  • Unspecified135 · 69%
  • Full-time43 · 22%
  • Part-time12 · 6%
  • Contract3 · 2%
  • Temporary2 · 1%

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